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Theoretical physicist and mathematician Freeman Dyson once said, "The more I examine the universe and study the details of its architecture, the more evidence I find that the universe in some sense must have known that we were coming." What Dyson refers to here is what many scientists and theologians call fine-tuning. But what exactly is fine-tuning? And why is it so critical for life to exist at...

Years ago, I used to buy firewood from a man—let's call him Lenny—and he was a real character. When Lenny found out I was a Bible-believing Christian, he loved throwing me "gotcha" questions. One day, he asked, "How do we know the universe hasn't always been here?" I replied, "Do you mean an infinitely old universe?" "Yup!" he said. "Well," I told him, "there are two ways I can show you that's not...

Years ago, a coworker of mine made a comment about intelligent design. He said it was just creationism repackaged—specifically, young earth creationism. That sentiment is pretty common, but it's also a major misunderstanding of what intelligent design actually is. So, what is intelligent design? Find out in this Episode of Bereus. In A Minute for the Image of God, Ryan explores Ephesians 4:15 and...

As Christians, we look to both Scripture and creation to understand the world around us. Over the years, believers have held a variety of views on how God brought everything into being—one of those views is theistic evolution . But what exactly is it? And does it hold up under scrutiny? Find out in this Episode of Bereus. In A Minute for the Image of God , Ryan covers James 3:8-9.

Hello, Bereus listeners—this is Ryan. I want to let you know that I'm adding this episode as a bonus to our current science and faith series. I'm addressing a simple but important question: How Should Believers Use AI? I'm inserting this episode now for three reasons. First, I see this as a topic that we, as Christians, should be well-educated on. Second, I want to offer a clear starting point for...

One common misconception is that all creationist Christians believe the earth was created in six literal 24-hour days and is only about six thousand years old. But that's not the only perspective. Old Earth Creationists take a broader view of the age of the Earth and also the universe. So what exactly does that mean? Let's explore it in this episode of Bereus . In A Minute for the Image of God, Ry...

In this episode, Ryan talks about young-earth creationism and why he rejects this interpretation of the creation account.  In A Minute for the Image of God,  Ryan examines Mark 12:30-31 and what loving your neighbor means.

How do you define evolution? The answer might not be as simple as you think. In my study of the topic, I've come across more than half a dozen different definitions of evolution. Some of them are perfectly compatible with the Christian faith—others, not so much. So what are these definitions, and what do they actually mean? Find out in this episode of Bereus . Also, Ryan begins the mini-series "A...

A common claim is that religion has caused more war, violence, and death than any other institution in history. But is there actual evidence to support this idea? Are there credible sources that document it? And most importantly, is it true? Find out in this episode of Bereus. In A Minute for Jesus Ryan talks about how Jesus described marriage In Matthew 19.

Have you ever heard someone say in a church service or during a conversation with a Christian friend that all the Apostles died as martyrs for their belief in the resurrection of Jesus? It's a common claim that's been repeated over the years. But what evidence supports this idea? In this episode of Bereus , we'll explore the truth behind it. In a Minute for Jesus , Ryan discusses the Hypostatic Un...

Different groups question whether key historical figures in the Bible ever existed. For instance, those who believe Jesus is purely a myth are called "mythicists." Additionally, in the past, some scholars—known as "minimalists"—claimed that only a small portion of the Bible's historical accounts, or none at all, is true. They often questioned the existence of figures like Pontius Pilate or David,...

There is a false theory that someone stole Jesus's body as an alternative explanation to the resurection. But does that theory hold up? Find out in this episode of Bereus . In A Minute for Jesus, Ryan talks about Mark 14:62 and Psalm 110:1. 

When the rest of the disciples told Thomas they had seen the risen Jesus, he said, "Unless I see in his hands the mark of the nails, and place my finger into the mark of the nails, and place my hand into his side, I will never believe." It's clear Thomas did not believe the other disciples had seen Jesus. Today, one claim that skeptics have is that the disciples hallucinated when it came to seeing...

In this episode, Ryan defines what a naturalistic alternative to the resurrection is including three major subcategories. Then, details one of them, the swoon theory, and its rebuttal. in A Minute for Jesus Ryan discusses one of the three ways Jesus claims to be God in Mark 14:62.

Dr. Gary Habermas is quoted as saying, "As long as we're sure that Jesus is the son of God, who died on the cross for our sins, and was raised from the dead… Christianity follows." Dr. Habermas has developed an argument called the minimal facts that support this claim. It is one of the best arguments for Jesus' resurrection. But what are they, and what are some of the best of the minimal facts? Fi...

The New Testament books were the first inspired writings by Christian Apostles and their close associates. However, Christians developed ancient creeds that, although they predated the New Testament, made it into the New Testament. What exactly is an ancient creed? Find out in this episode of Bereus . In A Minute for Jesus, Ryan covers the exclusive claims of Jesus from John 14:6.

The Dead Sea Scrolls are one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. But what are they, and what apologetic value do they hold? Find out in this episode of Bereus ! In A Minute for Jesus , Ryan answers the question of whether God the Father sending God the Son to earth to be crucified constitutes child abuse.

The list of books that are, and belong, in the Bible are known as the canon. But how did these books become part of the Old and New Testaments? Additionally, why are some books excluded? Find out in this episode of Bereus . In A Minute for Jesus , Ryan explains that the God of the Old Testament and the God of the New Testament are not two separate gods—one of wrath and one of love—but the same God...

Have modern Bibles been translated from version to version, like a game of telephone, resulting in the original meaning and text being lost? Find out in this episode of Bereus.

This episode include an overview of the genres and principles of interpretation for the book of Revelation. In A Minute for the Trinity Ryan cover's Micah 5:2.

This episode includes defining what the genre of an epistle is and the principles of interpretation for it. In A Minute for the Trinity Ryan talks about Isaiah 9:6.

This episode of Bereus discusses an overview of the genre and principles of interpretation for the book of Acts. Matthew 28:18-20 is discussed in A Minute for the Trinity.

This episode include an overview of the genre that the gospels belong to; forms found in the gospels, for example, parables; horizontal and vertical reading of the gospels; and principles of interpretation. In A Minute for the Trinity 2nd Corinthians 3:18 is explored providing evidence that the Holy Spiriit is God.

This episode includes an overview of wisdom literature in the Old Testament. Ryan specifically focus on Proverbs and principles of interpretation for proverbs. In a Minute for the Trinity Ryan talks about Jesus's word on the Holy Spirit in John 14.

This episode of Bereus covers the Genre of Old Testiment Prophecy. Topics of focus include woe speech, lawsuit prophecy, and princlples of interpretation of the genre. John 20:28 is covered in A Minute for the Trinity.